Demon WP cannot be used at all in an area where animals will graze. Non-grazing animals should be kept out of the area while the product is being applied, and can return once everything is dry.
Demon WP Insecticide is labeled to be used on lawns, ornamental trees and shrubs and it is labeld to treat ants, but it can leave a white powdery residue behind, and it will only kill the ants that come into direct contact with it. You may wish to use some ant bait in addition, applied around the base of the tree, so that they will consume it and share it with the entire colony.
Demon WP Insecticide is not labeled for bagworms. As an alternative you can use Talstar P.
As long as the product label instructions are followed and the product is only applied to places indicated on the label, the product should not be harmful to humans or pets.
Demon WP will kill Midges that come in contact with it. It cannot be applied as a broadcast, however. Talstar P would be a great product for you. Spraying a product such as Talstar P on window screens, doors, bushes, and plants around your home can act as midge repellant to keep midges away. Citronella candles or oils can act as a midge repellant, but they aren’t as effective when used alone. Talstar P is safe for children and pets after dried.
Demon WP Insecticide is a wettable powder that needs to be mixed with water. You would use 1-2 packets per gallon of water.
For best results, Demon WP Insecticide should be applied in cool weather (65 - 80F) or in early morning or late evening hours. You should not apply insecticides when temperatures are near or below freezing. Generally you would not apply in the winter but would in the spring before they start to become active.
Demon WP Insecticide should not be used closed to the pool where runoff will occur. We would advise that you use a bait in those areas like Extinguish but still try to not have it to close where runoff might occur.
Demon WP can be applied at 1-2 packets per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft monthly to the exterior and quarterly to the interior crevices. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Cluster Flies for a more successful program.
If an air conditioner unit was running while you were applying Demon WP, this should not affect the application if used as directed.
Demon WP Insecticide when used inside is only applied to cracks and crevices. It could be used in the drop ceiling around vents and other entry points that allow insects in.
While we cannot confirm or deny if Demon WP Insecticide can cause cancer we can say that the product is safe when used as directed on the product label per the manufacturer. People and pets should be out of the area during treatment until dry, a few hours is best. We do have the Safety Data Sheet with information that might help.
Demon WP Insecticide is not labeled to treat for Carpet Beetles. We recommend vacuuming often and also using a product like Temprid to treat cracks, crevices, and entry points.
Recommendations are based on what you are treating for. Demon WP is a very good general purpose insecticide for pests like spiders, roaches, etc. Keep in mind that it can leave a white residue behind on some surfaces.
Another good option for general pest control would be Cyzmic CS. This is a liquid concentrate that is mixed with water. It will go on clear and dry clear as well. The residual indoors is 90 days and 30 days outdoors.
